Quick reference guide for band directors who teach jazz / Ronald E. Kearns.

Getting Started
First Steps
Developing a Jazz Ensemble as part of your band program
Things you need to do before the first rehearsal
Organizing the first rehearsal
Developing improvisational skills
Planning your first performance
Festival preparation and performance
Developing a jazz budget separate from the band budget
Program maintenance
Using technology in the jazz classroom
Choosing literature for your jazz ensemble
Quick repairs and instrument maintenance
Developing a support group for your jazz ensemble
Trips and festivals
Recording your group during rehearsals.